Your wedding is SEW chic

May 15, 2012    Decor, Vintage, Wedding Ideas    Leave a comment

Are you one of those people who made their own prom dress? The girl I stop on the street with the awesome purse who says “Oh, yeah, I made it” – as in, “Oh yes, are you referring to my gorgeous hobo-yet-chic-and-totally-casual-yet-still-trendy, customized, HANDMADE bag that I forgot I was wearing because I own 25 others like it that I crafted myself?” If that’s you then, well, I’m not ashamed to say it: I want to be you.

For some, sewing may seem a dying art, but for those who love a good handmade item (hellooo etsy), sewing is the lifeblood that keeps this industry alive.

And so, this post is an ode to you trendy sew-ers out there. Whatever your material of choice – needle and thread, yarn, hemp…hey, you’re an artist, you do what you want…I hope you enjoy these “sew inspired” nuptial expressions!

Vintage sewing machine gives off a retro vibe, via Style Me Pretty

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Combine rustic fabrics and sewing accents (spools, buttons, ribbons – oh my!) with a barn location for a charming rustic wedding from The Knotty Bride

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Spools and yarn centerpiece decor via Style Me Pretty

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Loving all the button details – too cute! From Love and Lavendar

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Here’s a guestbook idea I’ve never seen before and I LOVE it: a quilt! So precious and ties in perfectly with a sewing theme. Via Love & Lavendar

And embroidery hoop table numbers – again thank you, Love & Lavendar! – simple and lovely.

Oh my goodness, these were too adorbs not to post – placecards and ring bearer cushion.

Found at Love & Lavendar, where else?

I could go on forever with these sewing details, but alas, all good things must come to an end.

I’ll wrap up with this little beauty, from Green Wedding Shoes

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Have a fabulous Tuesday!

FriDIY: String Heart

May 11, 2012    Decor, DIY, Reception, Wedding Decor, Wedding Ideas    Leave a comment

Looking for an amazing reception piece?  Something to WoW  your guests with?  Something that can be turned into magnificent home decor after the wedding?  Well then look NO further!

Here’s what you’ve been looking for.  Check out this DIY String Heart from Green Wedding Shoes…..

DIY string heart art

Are you done ohhing and ahhing? 

NO?

Keep ogling then. 

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If you are finished, check out the material list needed to recreate this masterpiece.

Materials:

• piece of wood – the bigger the more dramatic!
• string –  used here was the pink neon thin rope you can find at Home Depot, but you could use any yarn or string
• box of nails (if want a nail with a decent head so the string won’t pop off)
• spray paint to paint the wood
• white paper to draw the heart on

Apparently you could make this for about $35.  Much less if you already have a piece of wood lying around!!

To see the tutorial click here.  It’s a MUST SEE!!!  And if you can’t think of anywhere to place a heart this large, a smaller one would be awesome too!  OR you could try writing your initials, OR table numbers, OR  a reception sign. 

What would YOU make??

 

 

FriDIY: Receipt Paper Streamers

April 27, 2012    Decor, DIY, DIY Wedding Details, Wedding Decor, Wedding Ideas    Leave a comment

I’m a sucker for streamers.  There is just something about their whimsiness that I adore!

They are a simple way to add drama and elegance to a room, outdoor space, or venue.  Not to mention there are about a thousand different ways you can “streamer”!

You could use ribbon, crepe paper, fabric,  or even receipt paper.  YEP, THAT’S RIGHT… RECEIPT PAPER!  I’m not sure why I didn’t think of it, but as soon as I ran into this DIY receipt paper streamer idea over at Hostess with the Mostess, it seemed so obvious.  Why wouldn’t you use receipt paper to decorate?  It’s just the right size, shape and length!

I am in LOVE with the look of these DIY streamers.  Don’t they resemble lace?  I think they would add a delicate charm to any wedding, shower or event.

Whatdya think? ….

DIY Tutorial: Pretty Receipt Paper Streamers

If you are diggin’ this idea as much as I am, visit Hostess with the Mostess for the great little tutorial by Anastasia Turkov of Walnut and Main. (Anastasia, I think you ROCK!!!) You may think this one photo is tutorial enough, but there are a few tips & tricks that would make this streamer project much, much easier.  Stop on by HWTM to see what I mean.

The many faces of BEER at a wedding

April 24, 2012    Decor, Outdoor Wedding, Wedding Drinks, Wedding Ideas    Leave a comment

When the weather gets chilly and rainy – especially at the end of April – sometimes a gal just needs a little BEER to keep her warm! Which brings me to my next point: how fun would it be to put on a beer-inspired wedding…in only the classiest way, of course.

The beer-loving couple will for sure have plenty of delicious brews on tap, but why not spread the theme of brightly colored bottles, rustic breweries, and fresh outdoor beer gardens to all of your reception decor and details? From one beer-loving lady to another, here’s a delicious look at how some other creative brides and grooms have pulled this one off.

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Love these place cards! Great way to combine a woodsy wedding with the beer theme – via Style Me Pretty

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Custom wedding beer glass favors – uniquely personal but still totally functional for your guests!

From Green Wedding Shoes

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This couple truly went all out with the beer theme – a German-inspired beer garden wedding! Who knew beer could be so beautifully sophisticated?! Found at Green Wedding Shoes

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No beer wedding would be complete without some pretty custom-made coasters, from Style Me Pretty.

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Beer bottle centerpieces – perfect! From Green Wedding Shoes

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Brew your own beer and label the bottles with hilarious wedding-related names – soo cute and entertaining! Not only delicious but also a great conversation starter for your guests. You can even give away any leftovers as favors!

From Simply Beer

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Another beer garden wedding – picnic tables give it a charming authentic feel! Found at Little Miss Wedding

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“Follow the label to your table” – have guests sit at tables labeled for different types of beer. Also love that they used corks for the actual place card holders. And the wheelbarrow full of bottled deliciousness?! Genius!

Found at Pinterest

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Beer koozie favor…never gets old. Keep a basket-full at the bar so guests can use it to keep their beverages chilly on the dance floor! Via Pinterest

A serve-your-own beer bar...I would think I'd died and gone to heaven. Via Green Wedding Shoes

Who knew that there were so many awesome, creative things to do with beer besides DRINK it?! What do you think...will you incorporate any of these classy beer-themed details into your wedding-day festivities? Which are your favorites?

Taped table numbers?

March 26, 2012    Decor, DIY, DIY Wedding Details, Table Numbers, Wedding Decor    Leave a comment

I’ve heard of books on tape – but tape on books?

NO, seriously… you heard me right!  Tape on books!

When I came across this over at OnceWed I thought “DUH, why didn’t I think of that?’  This table number idea rocks my socks.  It’s simple, extremely inexpensive, and a DIY all wrapped up into one.  IT’S LIKE HEAVEN! 

I’m loving these DIY book table numbers for vintage inspired weddings and think they are so charming!  All you need is some romantically titled books, colored tape, pastel pencil and an Xacto knife. 

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 If you have those, you could have THIS….

 

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To see the fantastic step by step tutorial hurry on over to OnceWed.

And ya know what… even if you don’t need table numbers, you could write letters on the books and spell out anything you like.  Your last name maybe?  A sweet ‘welcome’ for your guests?  Or even just a sweet little heart shape!

What would your books be taped with??

 

 

Pool decor

February 28, 2012    Decor, Location, Outdoor Wedding, Reception, Summer Wedding, Wedding Ideas    1 comment

 

A little while back, while dreaming of warmer weather and outdoor events, I posted about Plexi-glass pool covers.  I’m getting that summer itch again so figured I’d share a few more ideas on how to pretty up a pool.  Today’s ideas are more cost efficient and fabulous options for you gals having poolside affairs.

Wether you’re having an outdoor wedding, shower or hosting an engagement party, if there is a pool nearby you should dress it up.

Just check out these pool decor ideas….

 

Aren’t these glowing pool globes amazing?  via Home Designs Ideas

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Placing lanterns around a pool adds interest and makes for gorgeous lighting once the sun goes down. via Delightfully Engaged

During the day these lights strung over the pool are lovely, but imagine how dreamy they would be in the evening.  via Glamour Weddings

Paper boats as pool decor?  Adorable idea.  Coordinate with your wedding colors and ask guests to make a wish then place in the pool.  Cute wishing tree alternative.  via AandR Party UK

A fountain adds extravagance and not only looks beautiful but sounds lovely too.  via My Wedding Favors

Floating flower arrangements are always a popular pool decoration.  Loving this hoop idea! via Mille Fiori

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A floating monogram.  This one is made of flowers but you could get creative and make one out of candles, balloons or anything else light enough to float.  A great option if you’d like to DIY your pool decor.  via Weddingbee

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Another simple monogram idea… a decal for the bottom of the pool.  via ThisNext

Initials lit in the pool…. soooo cute.  You could also write your new last name or a sweet message for your guests.  OR change-up the message throughout the event.  via A Practical Wedding

 

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OKAY OKAY… this isn’t decor but an incredible entertainment option…. Synchronized swimmers!!  I love this idea for a pool side cocktail hour.  Maybe a bit over the top, but I couldn’t help myself.  How blown away would guests be with this type of wedding entertainment??  Surely it’d be talked about for years!!  via Ruffled

AND if you are going to have a pool at your wedding…. not only can it be a fab centerpiece but also a fantastic photo opportunity.  Be sure to let you photographer know so they can help you plan some stunning pool shots.  via Phindy Studios

Are any of you having a wedding or event poolside?  How are you dressing up your pool?  Considering one of these ideas, possibly??

Book details

February 24, 2012    Decor, DIY    Leave a comment

Yesterday I posted DIY book planters (If you missed them, click here).  Today, I figured I’d stick with the book theme and show you this clever idea….

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via Local Social

I’m not sure what you’d call this exactly… reading ribbon? Possibly, but whatever it is, I think it’s pretty cute.  ESPECIALLY if your using books as decor.

You could switch the look up with different types of ribbon or by the book pages you use.   You could string up quotes, or poems.  Use vintagey pages or brand new black and white.  Take pages from kids books or even write something yourself. 

I think this is a whimsical idea thats half playful, half quirky.  It adds interest and would be a detail guests would absolutely remember.

What do you think? Is this somethink you would do?  Where would you hang your reading ribbon??

 

 

Book planters

February 23, 2012    Centerpieces, Decor, DIY, DIY Wedding Details, Green, Wedding Decor    3 comments

I’m not sure if it’s my obsession with DIY projects or my adoration for books, possibly a mixture of the two, but I am LOVIN’ this planter idea!  

Wouldn’t this book planter look freakin adorable as a centerpiece?  So homey and charming.   Now these might not work for an extravagant black tie event, but they would be perfect for a vintagey, DIY type wedding. 

Aren’t they fantastic…

 

DIY book planter with succulents and fabric flowers

via Green Wedding Shoes  (click link for tutorial)

The birds are a cute touch!  via SuperForest

via Mother Nature Network

If you prefer flowers, they work too!  via CUBE Me

A hanging book planter.  ALSO cute!! via RadMegan

 

 

Yarn?

February 21, 2012    Bridal Shower, Decor, DIY, DIY Wedding Details, Wedding Decor, Wedding Ideas    1 comment

This weekend I was rummaging in my craft room and realized…. I am up to my eyeballs in yarn.  Like waaaaayy too many balls. Crazy amounts of loose strands.  Enough to make me bonkers.

Now don’t get me wrong, I appreciate the fact that I have plenty of supply. When I have no idea what to do with it… well, that’s when I begin to twitch.  So before I even found my glue gun I jumped online to see what, when I’m ready, I could do with it. 

Ahhh Ha!  I found some darling yarn ideas!!!   Ideas that wouldn’t just be perfect to free up some space in my crap craft room but that I thought perfect for YOU too!!

Here are some fantastic yarn decor ideas that could be easily crafted for any affair.  They’d be sweet at a bridal shower, beautiful at a wedding or make great homemade gifts.  

Whatdya think?…..

 

 

 

Wouldn’t this yarn block make a cute wedding  favor or table decor?  Love the simplicity of the sweet little heart and how cheap it would be to recreate.  via it’s a bride’s life

Another adorable yarn idea!  This DIY project is super simple.  Bend some wire into any word, monogram, or shape you’d like, then wrap with yarn.  I think it’s just perfect sitting like this (even with the excess hanging off) but would also be a fab DIY cake topper, table number or cute Mr and Mrs chair hang.  What would you do with it?  via Attention 2 Detail

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Okay, one last idea.  Yarn letters.  Write your last name, greet guests with a “welcome” or  write out anything you think would add to the decor.  I love the mismatch yarn and how each letter is not pristinely wrapped.  via Budget Savvy Bride

Do you have any other DIY yarn projects you’d like to share with us?? 

 

Happy Fri-DIY

February 10, 2012    Decor, DIY, Engagement, Wedding Favors, Wedding Ideas    Leave a comment

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With Valentine’s Day right around the corner I’ve been on the lookout for some sweet craft ideas!  Well, Design*Sponge did NOT disappoint!  (NEVER does!!)

I found these adorable VINTAGE ARROW VALENTINES and fell instantly in love.  They are sooooo cute!  I just ah-dore them.

Not only is this a fun DIY Valentine’s project but these arrows would be darling idea at an engagement shoot.  OR  as Valentine’s wedding favors.  Any V-day brides out there??

Seriously, just look at them….

 

CAAAA-UTE, right?!!!

Be sure to shoot on over to Design*Sponge and check out their tutorial.   It’s one you DON’T wanna miss!

 

Have a great weekend everyone!  See ya Monday!

♥